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BMW E39 Gas tank Replacement | 540i Restoration
I thought my epoxy repair would make it longer. The reality was that since there was a previous repair I think this one wasn't going to bond properly and a replacement tank was inevitable. So it was time to switch it out with some other "while I'm in there" parts.
Gas Tank Part number--
Fuel Pump I used- bit.ly/4d4Dkr4
Fuel filter- bit.ly/3B6WNdh
Gaskets for senders-bit.ly/4d0FpUQ
Mirror Covers- ebay.us/1JeqRm
Grilles- ebay.us/z8KuNy
Center Console Parts-
Handle-bit.ly/3Twnxua
Tray- bit.ly/3ZjQDAA
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Video/Creator Tools and Equipment-
DJI OSMO Pocket 3- amzn.to/3NLFlht
Iphone 14 Pro
DJI Osmo 6- amzn.to/3W5bsLd
DJI Mic- amzn.to/3UO1XPp
DJI Action 3- amzn.to/42Z5WNl
DJI Action Monopod- amzn.to/3r4zCLO
Sony batteries and charger- amzn.to/3Qs9IeC
Sony ZV E10- amzn.to/3XlcC7f
Sony 18-105mm Lens- amzn.to/49UHOyX
Sony 11mm (WIDE) Lens- amzn.to/3Jwh1y9
Sigma 30mm Lens- amzn.to/3QuPGA2
Small RGB lights- amzn.to/4a2HJcf
Battery-powered cob light- amzn.to/4biGCq4
Small Rig Cage- amzn.to/3JWqtLw
Tripod- amzn.to/3FEynYq
Heavy Duty Tri-pod- amzn.to/4abJOmA
Video Lighting- GVM 800D with stand-amzn.to/45LmLxJ
Soft Box- amzn.to/3XqYUQn
Portable Video Light- amzn.to/3PuspOZ
Moment IPhone Case-amzn.to/43msqZp
Phone Tripod Mount- amzn.to/3N8DSSO
Editing Software\Equipment
Davinci Resolve Studio
Editing Mouse- amzn.to/42RY1RS
Samsung 2TB SSD- amzn.to/3Ju6jIK
Side note- This DIY is not intended as instructional content. It is merely entertainment for you to do what you wish with. I’m just a guy with an awesome beard doing stuff I love. This content should not be used as a substituted for the advise of an appropriately qualified and licensed professional.
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Eonon P5 | 8.95 Inch Portable Car Stereo | Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto | Review and Install
Переглядів 1625 годин тому
If you are looking for a great addition to your car take a look at the Eonon P5 Protable Radio: amzn.to/4i7bNc0 Use code DFB for $10 off. Here are some of the tools I used to make this repair easier: Wobble Extensions- amzn.to/3QkcN0p Universal set- amzn.to/3Ql6gm2 Milwaukee Driver- amzn.to/3xT0q4U Lexol Leather Care- amzn.to/49NlTti Leather Cleaning Brush- amzn.to/3xKpH11 My Favorite Shop Wipe...
E39 Dinan + Turner 4" MAF + N62 TB and M60 Intake | Custom Cold Air Setup
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Future note- After speaking with a Tuner he recommended against trimming the MAF housing becuase it might induce turbulance. Instead shorten the silicone tube. I did this later and installed a new MAF housing as a precaution. Here are the parts I used for this build- M60 Intake- you'll need to source this at a junkyard or Ebay Throttle body and harness- bit.ly/4fXkRiE 4" Intake boot and MAF hou...
E38/E39/E53 BMW Pre-Cat O2 Sensor DIY | 540i Restoration
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We are wrapping up some of the simple maintenance on the 540i Restoration. The O2 sensors really should be replaced around 100k miles. These are likely long overdue at this point. Here are some of the tools I used to make this repair easier: O2 Sensor socket set- amzn.to/3Adwxxz 22mm Wrench- amzn.to/3AeIyCO O2 Sensors I used- www.turnermotorsport.com/p-2998-bosch-oxygen-sensor-mounts-before-cat...
F Series Center Console Upgrade! | Joytutus Review
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If you want to pick up a cover for your truck take a look here! amzn.to/3AgpNPS Want some fun DFB Merch? Check out my shop at: driving-forward-builds.myspreadshop.com Get a Complete Service and Repair Manual for your car- shrsl.com/4r4ok Use Code DFB22 for 22% off at checkout Products/Affiliate links: Help me out by purchasing from a link. It helps keep the videos going. [As an Amazon Associate...
M62TU Timing Guide DIY - Pt4 Final Install/Timing Chain Installation | 540i Restoration
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In the 4th installment of this series we are installing the timing cover, oil pan, upper covers and freshly powdercoated valve covers. Then I tie up the loose ends and get this ole girl running! Part Numbers- FCP Euro Ultimate Timing Kit- www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-m62tu-ultimate-timing-chain-kit-11311741746kt1 Upper Oil Pan Gasket- 11131742109 Dipstick O-Ring- REI-407696800 Alternator O-Ring...
Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade 4WD/AWD Front End Rebuild With Hubs
Переглядів 7221 день тому
Here are the parts I installed: Front end Kit- amzn.to/40imJgy Front Hubs- amzn.to/40imJgy Here are some of the tools I used to make this repair easier: Ball Joint Service Kit- amzn.to/3YaKHaU Deep Impact Sockets- amzn.to/3UlExU5 Large Impact Sockets- amzn.to/3BWOWiW Ball Joint Spreader- amzn.to/3UhAOHl Pitman Arm Puller- amzn.to/3UoMKam 2 Jaw Puller Set- amzn.to/3UJywRF Pickle Fork- amzn.to/3U...
M62TU Timing Guide DIY - Pt3 Vanos Rebuild/Timing Chain Installation | 540i Restoration
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In this 3rd part we will start the final assembly with rebuilding (replacing the seals) in the intake vanos units. Then we can replace the Recta seal rings on the camshafts, install our distribution blocks, and all of of our timing components. With everything installed we set timing and get ready for final assembly. Part Numbers- FCP Euro Ultimate Timing Kit- www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-m62tu-...
Ancel AD530 Pro Review
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If you a re looking for a simple and easy to use OBD2 Scanner take a look at the Ancel AD530 Pro. You can scan OBD codes and so much more, including battery and charing tests. 530 Pro- amzn.to/3AcaFTq Products/Affiliate links: Help me out by purchasing from a link. It helps keep the videos going. [As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases at no cost to you.] Direct link to my Amaz...
2007-2013 X5/X6 Transmission Mount Replacement | BMW E70-E71
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I should have replaced this mount while I was replacing the Trans oil and seals. Since I didn't I'll be dropping the cross member again to get this done. You are suppose to use a special press and removal tool that I don't have. So I'll get this done with some muscle and ingenuity. Engine and Trans Mounts I used- amzn.to/3WA8ZdG Here are some of the tools I used to make this repair easier: Swiv...
Ford F-Series/Expedition Ultimate Dash Mount
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This mount is way overbuilt. Thick steel plate that's powder coated and has 7 rails for nearly infinite mounting options. It's an easy install and once click away. Later we will be mounting an 8" Screen with dash cam to this to really fill out the space. Mount Link- amzn.to/40cjG9O Here are some of the tools I used to make this repair easier: Wobble Extensions- amzn.to/3QkcN0p Universal set- am...
M62TU Timing Guide DIY - Pt2 All the other stuff | 540i Restoration
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In this 2nd part we will finish removing all of the timing components, cam components, oil pan, pump, power steering lines, oil lines to filter block and engine mounts. We will clean a lot more, and start our reassembly with the ancillary components. Part Numbers- FCP Euro Ultimate Timing Kit- www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-m62tu-ultimate-timing-chain-kit-11311741746kt1 Upper Oil Pan Gasket- 1113...
VW Jetta 2.5 Water Pump & Alternator Replacement
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Here are some of the tools I used to make this repair easier: BA101 Battery/Charging Tester- amzn.to/3XRUVN5 Triple Squre sockets- amzn.to/4eQlJUP Gearwrench low profile belt tools- amzn.to/3TVtC3i Wobble Extensions- amzn.to/3QkcN0p Universal set- amzn.to/3Ql6gm2 Milwaukee Driver- amzn.to/3xT0q4U My Favorite Shop Wipes/towels- Tub O Towels amzn.to/3K6tDga M12 Underhood Light- amzn.to/3ptsGai Wa...
2007-2013 X5/X6 Engine Mount Replacement | BMW E70-E71
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2007-2013 X5/X6 Engine Mount Replacement | BMW E70-E71
M62TU Timing Guide DIY - Pt1 Teardown | 540i Restoration
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M62TU Timing Guide DIY - Pt1 Teardown | 540i Restoration
Clean Your Catalytic Converter!
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Clean Your Catalytic Converter!
BMW E39 5 Series Door Lock Actuator Replacement | 540i Restoration
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BMW E39 5 Series Door Lock Actuator Replacement | 540i Restoration
BMW E39 5-Series Brake System Flush/Overhaul | 540i Restoration
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BMW E39 5-Series Brake System Flush/Overhaul | 540i Restoration
BMW E39 5 Series Brake Powder Coating | 540i Restoration
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BMW E39 5 Series Brake Powder Coating | 540i Restoration
BMW E39 5 Series Brake Caliper Rebuild | 540i Restoration
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BMW E39 5 Series Brake Caliper Rebuild | 540i Restoration
BMW E39 5-Series Stainless Brake Line Upgrade | 540i Restoration
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BMW E39 5-Series Stainless Brake Line Upgrade | 540i Restoration
DIY Air Compressor Aftercooler/Dryer
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DIY Air Compressor Aftercooler/Dryer
BMW Magnesium Valve/Rocker Cover Restoration | 540i Restoration
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BMW Magnesium Valve/Rocker Cover Restoration | 540i Restoration
Setting Up A New Air Compressor/Dryer/Regulator
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Setting Up A New Air Compressor/Dryer/Regulator
BMW X5 Parking Brake Replacement | E70 2007-2013
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BMW X5 Parking Brake Replacement | E70 2007-2013
ebay Broke My Car! | E70 N52 Vanos Repair
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ebay Broke My Car! | E70 N52 Vanos Repair
BMW X5 Headlight Lens Replacement | 08-13 E70
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BMW X5 Headlight Lens Replacement | 08-13 E70
E39 6mt Trans Fluid, Diff oil, Fuel Filter Service | 540i Restoration
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E39 6mt Trans Fluid, Diff oil, Fuel Filter Service | 540i Restoration
ZF 6 Speed Transmission Solenoid Replacement
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ZF 6 Speed Transmission Solenoid Replacement
BMW Diamond Key Battery Replacement
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BMW Diamond Key Battery Replacement

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @ColeyCLogan
    @ColeyCLogan 2 години тому

    Did you check what voltages have changed when changed program to AGM type? Do u have info from Ford, to help understand what charging system does different?

  • @ColeyCLogan
    @ColeyCLogan 2 години тому

    I went to a Ford dealer in Dandridge TN, Rusty Wallace, they would order, i deeded to pay for, would have the next day. However, i ask if they can program my 2020 F550, they said NO. From there the service manager said no, they wont install in my truck. Would not check with Ford, were not willing to check if my 2020 F550 had AGM setting to use and agm would work. Would be will to sell, maybe install but manage said my truck calls for lead acid, nothing else to explain.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 2 години тому

      It's possible that your turck is different. I HD/Commercial trucks are a different rig. It could be worth seeing if anyone local has Forscan that can take a look?

  • @Shas4Ever
    @Shas4Ever 17 годин тому

    This is the most underrated channel! Love his work and this informative channel!

  • @spencer1894
    @spencer1894 22 години тому

    Have that worst case scenario. So bummed idk what to do

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 21 годину тому

      @@spencer1894 ahh man that’s a real bummer. Hopefully someone can chime in with a fix that’s non destructive. I would attempt to take the door panel off. If damaged they are easy to find used or in a junk yard and then try and get the actuator to release from inside the door.

    • @spencer1894
      @spencer1894 21 годину тому

      ​@@DrivingForwardBuildsthere's basically no way to get it fully out because the panel extends past and onto the metal and everything. Tried everything for the past 2 days and already tore and scratched it up so much I'm almost ready to just not have a panel on

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 6 годин тому

      @@spencer1894probably time to just pull it off. Sorry dude.

  • @ronpeterson9055
    @ronpeterson9055 День тому

    Very helpful...

  • @Jarrett_Hatch
    @Jarrett_Hatch День тому

    How much power gain did you notice after you did all of the modifications to your car

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 2 години тому

      Now take this with a grain of salt, but maybe, maybe 15-20. All butt dyno numbers. It is most definitely noticeable. What I notice most is just how much more responsive it is. More exciting to drive for sure and way more pull in the higher RPM.

  • @Sk8er1337
    @Sk8er1337 День тому

    lol the kids' reaction from hearing the v8 with muffler delete is why I chose to do that to mine, it's just so nice even if it's obnoxiously loud which I don't mind since it's not my daily :)

  • @DrivingForwardBuilds
    @DrivingForwardBuilds 2 дні тому

    Future note- After speaking with a Tuner he recommended against trimming the MAF housing becuase it might induce turbulance. Instead shorten the silicone tube. I did this later and installed a new MAF housing as a precaution.

  • @Theeverythingcat
    @Theeverythingcat 2 дні тому

    That price for a brand new gas tank is more than my car budget😱!! Love the new shop truck btw😂

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 2 дні тому

      Right! I couldn't belive how expensive a tank was. More than the cost of the shop truck! 🙂

  • @dkrawk8309
    @dkrawk8309 2 дні тому

    Broken head bolts on n52???? No way!!!! This has to be the only case in existence EVER 😂😂

  • @gabeergler5956
    @gabeergler5956 3 дні тому

    Hi Jason, my name is Gabe. I'd like to talk to you about your experience and perhaps offer a better way to get water to your refrigerators. Easier to install, no waste drain, smaller size, higher flow rate and more. Furthermore its a proven product with years of history but it hasn't been the highest priority for marketing for my company. I tried sending you an email but can't find a good address. Please let me know if your interested in more details and maybe even giving it a try and comparing the water produced and experience to your RO experience. Thanks.

  • @angeloperezceo8101
    @angeloperezceo8101 3 дні тому

    Thank you so much for your input. and advice. as long as the car doesn't leak... mission accomplished.

  • @angeloperezceo8101
    @angeloperezceo8101 3 дні тому

    i can see why using lock tight would feel like it creates a seal around the time sert sleeve but dont you think it would weaken its grip?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 2 дні тому

      Perhaps intiailly, but once it sets I think it would be pretty solid.

  • @angeloperezceo8101
    @angeloperezceo8101 3 дні тому

    this is a cheaper and faster option then replacing the oil pan. i had a co worker over tighten the drain plug and its up to me to fix it.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 3 дні тому

      For sure cheaper. Ideally you'd want a shorter insert so you dont have oil stuck in the pan when you change it. That's why I had to trim mine down. Which is also why I'm glad I added the loctite.

  • @angeloperezceo8101
    @angeloperezceo8101 3 дні тому

    with the information you provided. are you sure adding lock tight with the Time Sert improved the result? or was it more of a peace at mind thing?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 3 дні тому

      I don't think it will hurt the results, and since I had it on hand I added it. Definitely a peace of mind thing for me.

  • @willinthearea6318
    @willinthearea6318 3 дні тому

    You can’t do it from the bottom? Remove the baseboards, cut the drywall, inject in the foam and then install a taller baseboard to cover the hole?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 3 дні тому

      With foam, you probably could do that. But what I see most often here in Phoenix with foam retrofits is they spray from the outside through the stucco. Even still they wind up spraying it in through multiple holes per cavity. I think gravity would be your worst enemy with that from the bottom.

  • @Jarrett_Hatch
    @Jarrett_Hatch 3 дні тому

    This video helped me out so much, I’m doing the exact same for thing with my bmw E38 and was looking to get it tuned at 22rpd as well, and was wondering how was you experience with them, also if you’re looking for more parts for your car, eurowork performance has many more.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 3 дні тому

      My M5 was Dyno Tuned by 22RPD back in 2020. It went great and has been flawless since. I'll take a look at Eurowork! Thanks :-)

  • @UntouchableDog
    @UntouchableDog 4 дні тому

    What seat rails did you use?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 4 дні тому

      I used these- www.plantedtechnology.com/products/planted-seat-bracket-bmw-5-series-e39-chassis-1995-2003-passenger-right?srsltid=AfmBOopK3DbAYGADa3DM9sWxc5wp1KS3ha1b8xzh20yN6Hm3o47S-HbS www.plantedtechnology.com/products/planted-seat-bracket-bmw-5-series-e39-chassis-1995-2003-driver-left?pr_prod_strat=pinned&pr_rec_id=432d3158f&pr_rec_pid=10015956074814&pr_ref_pid=10015956828478&pr_seq=uniform

    • @UntouchableDog
      @UntouchableDog 3 дні тому

      @DrivingForwardBuilds thanks bud

  • @soho1080
    @soho1080 4 дні тому

    That’s dumb.

  • @chrisreynolds6152
    @chrisreynolds6152 4 дні тому

    Are you getting good mids and highs from the front doors? I have the B&O unleashed and was thinking of 2 or 3 way speakers for the fronts

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 4 дні тому

      I felt as though I was yes. Certainly not audiophile quality but better than I started with.

  • @cyndijarvie1841
    @cyndijarvie1841 5 днів тому

    Ewe… gross… 🤢 glad you cleaned it…

  • @charlesdeffendoll3817
    @charlesdeffendoll3817 5 днів тому

    Professional here... Adding more tension to the spring reduces the life of the spring. Springs are rated for weight/height of the door at a minimum for 10,000 open/close cycles. Absolutely correct adding insulation to the door adds weight, for which springs needed to be exchanged. Also, IF your springs lost tension after an install, it was not done properly. NOT TO SAY IT DOES/CANNOT HAPPEN. Always contact a professional. This gentleman gave us the biggest hint as to why this was not done correctly. The person doing the work is a FRIEND! Make sure your friend does the work properly. PLEASE CALL A TRUE PROFESSIONAL.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 5 днів тому

      Thanks for commenting. Though to correct you my friend is a professional. The springs were replaced prior to the video for the weight that it would be, and my RV springs were already oversized. The spring adjustment was to rebalance for the weight. Appreciate you watching out.

    • @charlesdeffendoll3817
      @charlesdeffendoll3817 5 днів тому

      @DrivingForwardBuilds that is not what was said in the video... Your friend may be a professional, yet he did the "hack" type of work. Take the honest criticism, and watch for misleading others. Thank you.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 4 дні тому

      @@charlesdeffendoll3817I’m perfectly comfortable with criticism. If the springs were sized for the weight prior to the installation wouldn’t it make sense to have them under wound?

    • @charlesdeffendoll3817
      @charlesdeffendoll3817 4 дні тому

      @DrivingForwardBuilds In the beginning of the video he stated, "Springs lose tension." Why are you back tracking? I stated sometimes springs lose tension, which if done properly should not happen. Nothing was stated you had new springs installed prior... Which you stated... I feel it's still misleading information. IF the springs were changed, why not explain that in the video, show the process? Obviously you were caught being deceptive, and now lying about it. Make sure to use professionals. Not just a "professional" friend.

    • @charlesdeffendoll3817
      @charlesdeffendoll3817 4 дні тому

      @@DrivingForwardBuilds Also, having a spring "under wound" would cause further issues, as jumped cables, heavy door, strain on the operator, amongst other issues. Are you quizzing me?

  • @YorumiTech
    @YorumiTech 5 днів тому

    Thanks for the video! just wondering the amazon disa valves whether they are holding up? I have a lot of people say Chinese parts only last for so long and they go out. thanks.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 5 днів тому

      So far they are still working 6 months later. I have definitely had some issues with cheap parts though.

    • @YorumiTech
      @YorumiTech 5 днів тому

      @DrivingForwardBuilds yeah I have bad experience with cam sensors and vanos solenoid from them... my car likes to idle rough at red light. it tends to drove below 500 and the computer puts more fuel and it jumps back up...... that might be a disa issue... do you know whether the small disa is for low rpm and the big one is for higher rpm? is that how they work?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 5 днів тому

      From what I understand the Disa valve open in stages allowing for more torque dependent on engine rpm. Not sure of exact rpm though.

    • @YorumiTech
      @YorumiTech 5 днів тому

      @@DrivingForwardBuilds oh wow that's unique I never know.... i thought its only open and close

  • @nitroneal414
    @nitroneal414 5 днів тому

    Thats a pretty good tig weld

  • @ProjectGreenfieldSolutions
    @ProjectGreenfieldSolutions 5 днів тому

    Enjoyed the video. Clean lines!!! I did something similar with my brake lines on the S-10. Yeahhhh.... that went to the shop shortly after haha.

  • @KountriShxt99
    @KountriShxt99 6 днів тому

    Hi my question is on the new set up did you ground the black wire that was going to the coil it on shows the red wire an that’s where I’m stuck at

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 6 днів тому

      Gosh, I don't remember honestly. I would double-check if I still had the car, but it was sold.

  • @jwalker7650
    @jwalker7650 6 днів тому

    How do you have time to make these videos and front the band "Clutch" at the same time?

  • @Sk8er1337
    @Sk8er1337 9 днів тому

    Black pearl is prolly one of the best treated 540i in NA lol! Love the videos and inspiration to do the same with my 85k km one up in Canada :) Cheers!

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 9 днів тому

      Thanks! I'm doing what I can within my budget. Appreciate the comment! :-)

  • @KyleVernon-gg6pl
    @KyleVernon-gg6pl 10 днів тому

    It looked like you were going up that extension ladder with the wrong side facing out. The rung locks should swing out *towards* you, with gravity working to hold them in the closed position. Glad your project was successful but stay safe. Ladders that aren't set up correctly are one of the easiest ways to get hurt on the job.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 10 днів тому

      You're right. I totally missed that in my haste. Thanks for looking out!

  • @hectorrodriguez8486
    @hectorrodriguez8486 10 днів тому

    My truck is lifted about 2.5 inches would this still fit?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 10 днів тому

      Depends on how it was lifted. If the clearance to the bump stops is larger they certainly wouldn't be as effective.

  • @petemiller519
    @petemiller519 10 днів тому

    Great video! I was thinking of getting a 2 or 4 poster. I have a thick reinforced slab just so it could handle a 2 poster and 12' ceiling, but hate the thought of tying up space in the shop. The portable aspect is really nice. I never knew there is such a thing. Thanks! Cheers from Canada.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 10 днів тому

      It really depends on the type of work you enjoy or need to do. I currently have a two post as well and it’s fantastic, but can be in the way sometimes.

  • @DrewBrown-e8n
    @DrewBrown-e8n 10 днів тому

    Did u prime the car after replacing the gaskets ?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 10 днів тому

      I did not. It is recommended though. You can remove the fuel pump fuse and crank a few times with a break in between for the starter to cool. I did however dump a few quarts of oil through the housing to fill the lines.

  • @kakashi_copyninja7
    @kakashi_copyninja7 11 днів тому

    Great video as always! Did you use genuine chain and guides? I see some of the boxes are red were color, did you go with febi parts for the chain and guides?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 11 днів тому

      I used a mix of genuine or OEM from FCP Euro. Many of the parts came as a package deal in their "Ultimate Kit". part number 11311741746KT1. I probably could have done it cheaper picking and choosing parts but I wanted to cover my bases on my first time doing this job.

  • @petebaranko5468
    @petebaranko5468 11 днів тому

    Works exactly as he shows. However I found using (2) water separators removes the majority of the residual water and keeps the tank supply much drier. Otherwise, this is a MUST HAVE on any compressor system!

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 11 днів тому

      Good idea with the two separators. I do still get a very little water in the bottom of my tank.

  • @turbosupra2jzdragracingtob249
    @turbosupra2jzdragracingtob249 11 днів тому

    Not even close to “the best”.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 11 днів тому

      Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.... Beggers can't be choosers, and when I bought this lift I was most definitely on cloud 9.

  • @lukey6544
    @lukey6544 11 днів тому

    Great UA-cam for DIYer, yet this is kind of professional level or pretty advanced 🙏 wondering why BMW are not making coolant release plug underneath, just don’t understand and it doesn’t make sense. Thank you!

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 11 днів тому

      It's probably a cost-saving measure to not have a drain. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @andrebeaule9457
    @andrebeaule9457 12 днів тому

    Hello again, I am receiving my new 2024 f250 7.3L Godzilla gas engine truck in 2 weeks. I was looking at some ford Godzilla motor problems and saw that a few owners have this Cam and Lifter issues which in some instances ruins the engine. It seems that the issue occurs more on heavy ideling motors like campers, box trucks and delivery trucks. Ford has come up with a fix for this. It seems that this motor has a variable oil pump and when ideling, the oil pressure is a little low. Because of that, their is not a lot of oil passing to cool down the cam and lifters. Reference: m.ua-cam.com/video/18mq8l71J9U/v-deo.html static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2024/MC-11002845-0001.pdf I wanted to share this to the community and also let you know to have your parents check with their dealer if the software update was done on their truck. Have a nice day Andre

  • @Benzvi123
    @Benzvi123 12 днів тому

    Hi ! Have u found the problem?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 12 днів тому

      Yes. In a later video I found that I had faulty Vanos units. ebay Broke My Car! | E70 N52 Vanos Repair ua-cam.com/video/J1u9WAvCFuk/v-deo.html

  • @EJThaChiefa
    @EJThaChiefa 12 днів тому

    kind of stupid i have an 08 335xi with this issue why is mine not covered by this recall. less than 100k miles

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 12 днів тому

      The turbo motors used different vanos units. They are much more reliable.

    • @EJThaChiefa
      @EJThaChiefa 12 днів тому

      @ o ok. Apparently not in my case 😆 well im not sure ive done everything outside of taking off the valve cover so i guess ill see when i take it off i need to do the gasket anyway. Id rather this be the problem though those cam ledges are not cheap

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 11 днів тому

      @@EJThaChiefa Maybe you can get away with the cam ledge seals. That would be the cheapest route.

    • @EJThaChiefa
      @EJThaChiefa 11 днів тому

      @ the teflon seals? I was thinking tht i hope so

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 11 днів тому

      @@EJThaChiefa Yeah. On the N54 they are more prevalent. They were a hardened metal originally which is what scores the cam trays. However, even in my 2002 540i, the seals were metal and after 22 years there was minimal wear when I did chains and guides and rebuilt the vanos. I think the the N54 suffers from the same fate as most modern BMW engines and that's oil change intervals that are way too long causing more wear.

  • @jackier7737
    @jackier7737 13 днів тому

    How do you deal with horizontal electrical conduit in the walls?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 13 днів тому

      Are you asking how the insulation gets past the wires? There really shouldn't be an issue with horizontal wiring. The insulation is small enough to go around the wires. Having a "home run" or large bundle running horizontally would be odd.

  • @gasparsperformance9841
    @gasparsperformance9841 13 днів тому

    Any updates on how this EFI kit is doing in the car?

  • @GPCCkitchener
    @GPCCkitchener 15 днів тому

    Instead of 2 long ramps, why not use 4 short ramps? Easy to move, and easier to crawl underneath the car.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 15 днів тому

      I needed the continuous ramps for two reasons. I parked a car over the lift most days, and it was much easier to drive onto that way, and with how low some of my cars are the split ramps wouldn't be high enough.

  • @gasparsperformance9841
    @gasparsperformance9841 15 днів тому

    How do you like this efi kit so far?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 15 днів тому

      It worked out while we had the car. It’s been sold to move onto other projects though.

  • @gentrynewsom2080
    @gentrynewsom2080 15 днів тому

    Socks are way easier...25 mph max.

  • @matthewpeterson3329
    @matthewpeterson3329 15 днів тому

    I love this lift. I actually have two TW200 motorcycles that I roll onto the lift, side by each, for storage or when I am working on them. The lift and the bikes tuck in the corner of my shop perfectly. When I working on a car and I need access to the center of the car, I picked up some 5k truck jack stands that I set the car onto so I can roll the lift away and have full access under the car. It's not high enough to sit under, but it's plenty tall enough to roll around underneath on a creeper and work straight armed. It's really a great investment for folks who work on their cars a lot.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 15 днів тому

      Love the creativity with the jack stands!

    • @matthewpeterson3329
      @matthewpeterson3329 14 днів тому

      @DrivingForwardBuilds My son has a G35 that he is setting up for track day use. We do so much undercarriage work on all his friends cars that we probably pull the lift out and leave it on stands 50% of the time. This lift isn't perfect, but damned good.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 14 днів тому

      @@matthewpeterson3329 Love it. Share the tool and bring the kids into it! I have a 15-year-old who just got his permit and wants to get on the track too. Looking forward to more garage time.

  • @milanbrindzak4719
    @milanbrindzak4719 15 днів тому

    Hello, what are the language setting options? Does he speak Czech or Slovak?

  • @YetAnotherLoser
    @YetAnotherLoser 15 днів тому

    thanks for sharing your great design! carrying this thought even further, since compressed air is so hot, this application seems ideal for heat-powered coolers. an ammonia and water absorption cooler, like the old gas refrigerators, uses heat to cool an evaporator that you would place adjacent to your cooler fan, cooling your compressed air below the ambient temperature by the time it enters your tank. ...or, a paired sterling engine/cooler could work similarly, providing sub-ambient cooling from the compressor heat. it would be interesting to see if there are any commercial compressors that take this approach. Edit: I see Thermax offers absorption chillers for air compressors, but at industrial and not at garage scale. Even though they get "free" energy from the compressed air heat, but maybe at smaller scales, chilled compressed air isn't worth the capital cost of an absorption chiller?

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 15 днів тому

      Chilled compressor cooler/driers are more often found in commercial applications with paintwork and blasting/coating. They need dry clean air. In a home shop you are often, as you pointed out, limited by the cost of such applications. However with the skill and enginuity it could be done, and you sound like you know enough to make it happen! Thanks for the comment and view!

  • @trickmytruck32
    @trickmytruck32 15 днів тому

    Do u guys notice a difference running the car filters over the stock Ford filter

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 15 днів тому

      Not a running difference. It’s all about ease of maintenance for me.

  • @brampwns8220
    @brampwns8220 16 днів тому

    ive been searching for someone that had the problem of it not reading the files. thank you so much i finally was able to update my handheld.

  • @DA27000
    @DA27000 17 днів тому

    Do you know where I can buy the o ring for the original Aquasana EQ-300 pre and post filter housings? Aquasana does not carry them, nor can they tell me the o ring size. As you may know, they changed the size of the pre and post filter housings so the current o rings will not fit.

    • @DrivingForwardBuilds
      @DrivingForwardBuilds 16 днів тому

      I'm not totally sure what size you'll need but most of these pre and post-filters are used on lots of brands with different labels. I would measure the size you need and then search. I found these as one possibility, are these like yours? amzn.to/3Cu9PSC